Manufacturers make vegetable oil from oilseeds, legumes, nuts, or the flesh of some fruits. Vegetable oil contains the highest levels of polyunsaturated fats. Partially hydrogenated vegetable oils contain trans fats. The unsaturated fats found in vegetable oils, when heated, tend to oxidize. In this form, they're more dangerous to body tissues. They can trigger inflammation, a known risk factor for making blood vessel plaques unstable enough to cause a heart attack. Trans fats are in various processed foods such as margarine, baked goods, and deep-fried foods.  

Cold-pressed Virgin Coconut oil, on the other hand has a particular type of saturated fat called "medium chain triglycerides" (MCTs), which are easily digested and readily burned for energy, much like simple carbohydrates give you an energy boost, but without the spike in blood sugar. This makes coconut oil particularly helpful for people who have trouble digesting fats, athletes, and those with low energy levels. A nice bonus of MCTs in coconut oil is the effect on metabolism, specifically their ability to promote weight loss. In studies where people use coconut oil in place of other cooking oils, weight loss is greater in those using coconut oil. One of the MCTs in coconut oil called lauric acid has other beneficial effects, namely antimicrobial and antifungal properties that help maintain normal gut flora and immune function. Maybe that's why human breast milk is the only other significant source of lauric acid that we know of.

VCO is a functional and dietary food. It contains healthy fats and thus acts as an excellent dietary supplement that can be consumed in raw form. We recommend a general dosage of 1-2 tablespoons per day for an adult on an empty stomach. For infants, use 2- 3 drops. For beginners, we suggest starting with smaller quantities and slowly increasing your intake. If you have any severe health conditions, please consult your doctor for the amount and the time of intake.

There are no established negative side effects yet, but there could be discomforting experiences that few might experience. VCO has a strong detoxifying or cleansing effect on the digestive system, which may cause an initial increased frequency of loose bowel movement for people who are prone to stomach upset. This was earlier thought to be a negative side effect but is one of the good, though discomforting, effects. The loose bowel movement does not result in dehydration, and the body's successful adjustment happens typically within 1 to 3 days.  

VCO increases body energy and metabolism, which may cause, upon start of intake, an increase in heartbeat for some users, increase in blood pressure for some hypertensive users, and warming sensation on the face due to thermogenesis (one of the natural effects of high metabolism) for some users.

It is best to start taking VCO slowly, spread throughout the day instead of a single dose, and gradually increase to the recommended dose to experience its health benefits. Intake of VCO should be discontinued in case adverse symptoms like dizziness are experienced.

No. Coconut oil changes from liquid to solid at around 24 degrees Celsius. The nutritional content of the coconut oil is not altered at all when it changes its form. Warm it up before you apply it on your skin or hair or before consumption.

Virgin coconut oil is made from coconut milk, which is extracted from fresh mature coconuts. No heat, chemicals, solvents, or enzymes are used to extract the oil. Hence, Green Valley’s VCO is light, non-greasy, and water-clear above 24 degrees Celsius. More importantly, this delicate form of processing ensures that it retains the fresh coconut flavour, and the micronutrients and antioxidants naturally present in the coconut.

On the other hand, oils made from the dried flesh of inferior coconuts are refined, bleached, and deodorised. To ensure maximum yield, solvents may be used to get out the last vestiges of oil. At this stage, the oil is smelly and discoloured, so it's then bleached (because at this stage, like margarine, it is a grey product) and then dyed to get it back to white (as a semi-solid). As with all oils which are extracted or partly extracted by solvent, there may be an inevitable residue. They may also contain traces of lye and dye. Virgin coconut oil is virtually the only fat that has not been tampered with in some way.

Virgin coconut oil is unrefined, has more germ-fighting and inflammation-soothing power than any other oil. It is safe to use on the paper-thin skin of premature babies. Medical research has found that using this kind of coconut oil on premature or low birthweight babies helped protect and thicken their delicate skin. Massaging infants with Green Valley's VCO has numerous physical benefits for babies, from alleviating colic to promoting better sleep to boosting the immune system to hydrating their skin.

Most babies will start teething during their first year, typically around six months. Teething can make babies act fussy, lose sleep, and feel downright cranky. Applying coconut oil directly on their gums or on a teething toy can help relieve your baby's discomfort, as coconut oil may help soothe inflammation. As always, check with your child's paediatrician before trying any home remedy.

Green Valley’s VCO is unrefined, unbleached, and un-deodorized. No, we use a cold expeller press process, and at no time during our processing is there external heat applied.

There are many ways to take VCO: drink it directly by the spoonful; mix it with warm food or drinks; use it as a substitute for butter and margarine. To condition skin or cure skin illness, massage it gently on the affected until fully absorbed. To condition hair, cure dandruff, or control hair fall, massage into scalp, rinse after 30 minutes or preferably leave it overnight.

Oil Pulling or Gandusha as it is known in Ayurveda is a highly effective Detoxifying Ayurvedic practice that has been in practice for centuries. The technique involves placing a tablespoon or so of a pure, never blended oil (an organic, unrefined, cold-pressed oil should be used) into your mouth and then swishing and swirling it around, pulling it into the spaces between your teeth, starting with five minutes and building up to an ideal of fifteen to twenty minutes before spitting it out to clean and detoxify oral cavity. There are multiple health benefits associated with the technique which go far beyond simply cleansing the mouth of bacteria. It is both a preventative and curative practice.

Steps:

• One should do oil pulling first thing in the morning. Remember to be on your empty stomach – even before taking any liquids, including water.
• We recommend using a tablespoon of Green Valley’s Virgin Coconut Oil and 2-3 powdered cloves for oil pulling every morning after waking up. 
• Swish the oil gently and not vigorously in a relaxed manner.
• The oil ends up turning thin, viscous, and white after 15-20 mts of swishing inside your mouth. Once the oil has reached this consistency, it has reached its "saturation point," and you should spit out.
• If required, wash your mouth with warm water after spitting out the mix, and you can brush your teeth as usual. Keep in mind that oil pulling is not a substitute for regular brushingFor best results, make it a part of your daily routine. If you accidentally swallow the oil, there is nothing to worry; it will just pass through your system. Symptoms like nausea, a runny nose, or excess mucus formation are very common when you start off practicing oil pulling. This is because of the toxins which are being expelled from your body. These symptoms will last only for a few days; also not everyone experiences these symptoms. Be sure that you are not allergic to coconut oil.

Benefits

Lipids in VCO will cleanse the glands in the mouth and the oral cavity. Coconut oil is an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory powerhouse, making it ideal for reducing inflammation and oxidation in the mouth. VCO also contains lauric acid, a medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) that is incredibly effective at killing the harmful bacteria that can lead to tooth decay. These same compounds may also decrease the amount of plaque that builds up on your teeth, in turn reducing your chance of gum disease. Oil pulling also keeps away bad breath, strengthens your gum, and whitens your teeth naturally.